The Journal
Longer reads for people who like their travel advice with the fine print left in — what things actually cost, when the crowds actually show up, and what we'd skip.
How We Score Stays (Show Your Work Edition)
Five categories, visible weights, one formula. No mystery numbers — here's exactly how a 8.7 becomes an 8.7.
ratingsmanifestohow-toTheo Vance · Jun 8, 2026 · 6 min read
Eating Mexico City on $30 a Day
Three meals, two snacks, and a fresh juice — with change. A budget that eats better than most cities' splurges.
mexico-cityfoodbudgetPriya Raman · Mar 12, 2026 · 7 min read
The Cusco Altitude Survival Guide
You land at 3,400 meters with a third less oxygen. Here's the plan that keeps day one from wrecking day four.
cuscohealthtrekkinghow-toMara Ellison · Dec 4, 2025 · 6 min read
The All-In Price Pledge, Explained
The number you see is the number you pay. Why we show taxes and fees up front, and what it costs us.
manifestopricingtrustJune Okafor · Sep 10, 2025 · 5 min read
Shoulder Season Is the Whole Trick
Same caldera, same light, half the people, 40% off. Why September beats July almost everywhere.
timingsantorinilisbonvalueTheo Vance · Jun 2, 2025 · 5 min read
Three Days in Tokyo: The Honest Plan
You cannot see Tokyo in three days. Here is exactly what to do about that.
tokyoitinerarycity-guideMara Ellison · Mar 18, 2025 · 6 min read